Salary £41,938 (£20,969 pro-rata) per annum
Location Edinburgh
This is a temporary, part time vacancy that will close in 16 days at 23:59 BST.
The Vacancy
This role is a part-time (17.5 hours per week), 6 months fixed-term post ending in April 2027.
The National Library of Scotland is seeking an experienced project manager to coordinate an exciting new project focused on creating large-scale data sets from digitised collections.
With funding from UKRI, the ATR Project aims to accelerate the Library’s ability to create large-scale text datasets from its digitised collections using AI-driven tools. This includes creating an efficient Automated Text Recognition (ATR) pipeline and embedding a new ATR tool into the Library’s digitisation workflows.
Working across the Library and with external partners, the postholder is accountable for delivering the project to agreed timescales, budgets and standards, with appropriate governance, reporting and evaluation in place.
What we are looking for -
We’re looking for someone with strong project management skills including great attention to detail, great written and spoken communication the ability to deliver projects on time and to budget. The role requires coordination between internal and external stakeholders and an interest in working with technology within a cultural organisation.
What we can offer you –
If you join us, you’ll become part of one of Scotland’s premier cultural institutions — a National Library that safeguards the country’s memory through its remarkable collections. You’ll have the chance to work flexibly where the service allows, and you’ll benefit from a range of training and development opportunities. We offer generous annual leave, a competitive pension scheme, and, of course, the support of a team of great colleagues.
You can contact Robert Cawston (
[email protected]) if you have any questions about the post.
It is anticipated that interviews will be held in the week commencing 24 August 2026. The full job description can be found below
The National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland preserves the memory of the nation with collections that span the centuries, from the earliest times to the digital age. Our collections document the influence of Scots at home and abroad, while reflecting the ideas and cultures of the world. They cover all aspects of human endeavour in multiple formats, including books, manuscripts, archives, websites, maps, music, moving image and sound.
We support education, research, business and innovation and our work enhances the reputation of Scotland as a country with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant future. We are committed to providing easy access to our physical and digital collections and delivering services that are open and available to all. It is a place for inspiration, exploration and enjoyment, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
There are around 320 of us working at the Library who all contribute in different ways, whether welcoming our visitors, planning our events and exhibitions, developing and caring for our collections or looking after our buildings and people.
The Benefits
Flexible Working
Family Friendly
Civil Service Pension Scheme
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Health and Wellbeing
Discounts and Free Entry
Generous Annual Leave
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